Steinmark Returns to Texans After Ark Win
Freddie Steinmark spoke at a news conference in Houston six days after Texas beat No. 3 Arkansas 15 14. He described gratitude and hope from doctors as he works toward using an artificial leg and plans to attend the Cotton Bowl and Hula Bowl while resuming Texas classes and pursuing law school.
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Cox Fired From Vikings Role Over Lack of Recognition
Fred Cox, NFL kicking record holder and Vikings scorer, laments limited recognition despite pivotal kicks in wins over Green Bay and San Francisco. The Pittsburgh native, nicknamed Foot, discusses back problems and career outlook as he eyes coaching or chiropractic work after football.
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Rams face Minnesota in Bloomington amid snowshoe plans
The Rams look solid on the ground with Larry Smith and Les Josephson behind Tom Mack's blocks against Baltimore but may switch to snowshoes for Saturday's showdown with Minnesota for the Western Division title. Ramon Carlson reporting.
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Computer Tabs Vikings by 3
The Sports Computer predicts Minnesota by three points in a guardrail playoff clash as Kirk Gabe and Joe Kapp lead hard defensive lines. Gabriel’s pass protection is stout while Kapp faces heavy pressure and potential turnovers could decide the outcome.
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Gators May Hire Foe After Gator Bowl Coaching Shuffle
The Tennessee Volunteers and Florida Gators prepare for the Gator Bowl with Ray Graves possibly stepping aside for an administrative role. Doug Dickey is seen as the likely successor at Florida as both coaches declined to comment. In other news, Notre Dame's offensive line coach Jerry Wampfler was hired as Colorado State head coach after Notre Dame granted permission to negotiate.
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Michigan Greats Recall Rose Bowl Glory and Nine Decades of Players
The piece highlights Michigan coachs and former players noting consistent character traits among Wolverines teams from 1947 to 1964 and 1980, as the 1947 squad crushed USC 49 0 in the 1948 Rose Bowl. It mentions jet charters for travel, weather contrasts between Ann Arbor and Pasadena, and the 70s era reunion spirit.
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McKay Prepares USC Trojans For Rose Bowl Workouts
Coach John McKay directed the Rose Bowl bound USC Trojans through a single double workout as holidays approach. He said the team has had one conditioning session so far but now will focus on Michigan in practice.
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Writers Select Coach of the Year in Des Moines
The Football Writers Association of America named Be Schembechler coach of the year after his first season at the University of Schembechler Wolverines earning 282 of 541 votes. Joe Paterno finished second with 64 votes for Penn State's undefeated season.
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Sayers Captures NFL Rushing Title After Comeback
Gale Sayers edges back from knee surgery to top the league with 1,032 rushing yards on 236 carries at 4.4 yards per attempt and eight touchdowns. The five year Kansas State product repeats as the NFL rushing champion, while Mel Renfro leads with 10 interceptions for Dallas. Dave Lee of Baltimore tops punters at 45.3 yards and Bobby Williams of Detroit leads kickoff returns at 33.1 yards.
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Vikings Set NFL Record for Fewest Points Allowed in a Season
Minnesota’s defense allowed just 133 points in 14 regular season games, setting a record and tying the previous marks for fewest points. The summary notes Rams’ George Allen and Bud Grant with comments on mindset and a Rams effort to protect the passer, plus individual standouts like Al Haymond and Roman Gabriel.
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